BSE 500 Index Gains 0.07% as Metal Sector Leads Market Performance

Oct 28 2025 10:00 AM IST
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The BSE 500 index experienced a slight increase of 0.07%, indicating a generally positive market sentiment with 26 sectors advancing against 11 declining, resulting in a strong advance-decline ratio of 2.36. The metal sector led gains, rising 1.18%, driven by Jindal Steel's 3.05% increase. The NIFTYPSUBANK and NIFTYMEDIA sectors also performed well, with gains of 0.90% and 0.83%, respectively. In contrast, the realty sector faced challenges, declining 0.79%, largely due to Brigade Enterprises' 1.58% drop, while the BSE CD sector struggled with Bata India's significant 5.07% decline, reflecting market volatility.
In today's market performance, the BSE 500 index recorded a modest one-day return of 0.07%, reflecting a generally positive sentiment across various sectors. Advancing sectors outnumbered declining ones, with 26 sectors gaining ground compared to 11 that faced losses, resulting in an impressive advance-decline ratio of 2.36.

The metal sector emerged as a standout performer, achieving a gain of 1.18%. Jindal Steel led the charge within this sector, posting a notable increase of 3.05%. Following closely, the NIFTYPSUBANK sector rose by 0.90%, driven by Union Bank (I), which saw a rise of 1.17%. The NIFTYMEDIA sector also performed well, with a gain of 0.83%, bolstered by Netwrk.18 Media's increase of 1.47%.

Conversely, the realty sector struggled, recording a decline of 0.79%. Brigade Enterprises was a significant drag on this sector, with its stock down by 1.58%. The BSE CD sector also faced challenges, with Bata India dropping sharply by 5.07%. Overall, while several sectors thrived, the contrasting performances highlight the volatility and diverse dynamics within the market.

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